Master’s Degrees
Enhance your career with a master’s degree from the Liberty Theological Seminary. Enjoy degree programs that are geared towards working professionals with the flexibility of online study options. Benefit from our postgraduate degrees, as well.
Liberty Theological Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS). Your divinity degree is approved by ATS and has met rigorous accreditation standards. So you can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations. Liberty University is also accredited by SACSCOC.
Applied Ministry (M.A.)
Our Applied Ministry (M.A.) – Online equips you with biblical and theological training you can apply to practical ministry settings. Pair this degree with graduate level non-divinity courses to impact your community as a ministry professional.
Biblical Exposition (M.A.)
Our Biblical Exposition (M.A.) – Residential degree teaches you to examine the Old and New Testaments from a conservative evangelical perspective while exhibiting knowledge of literature appropriate to the discipline of biblical exposition. Also available online.
Biblical Languages (M.A.)
Our M.A. Biblical Languages Online Degree prepares students for focused work in exegesis, Bible translation, or in preparing for doctoral studies in Biblical or Theological studies.
Biblical Studies (M.A.B.S.)
Our Biblical Studies (M.A.B.S.) – Residential degree helps you develop a strong working knowledge of the historical, literary, cultural, and theological contexts of the Bible. Also available online.
Chaplaincy – General (M.A.)
In the Chaplaincy (M.A.) Online Degree, you will acquire the skills needed to be a chaplain in Christian ministry and secular settings like businesses, college campuses, sports organizations, and among first responders.
Christian Apologetics (Thesis) (M.A.)
Our Christian Apologetics (M.A.) – Thesis Track – Residential lets you gain a focused study in the Scriptures and the central truth claims of Christianity while it prepares you to articulate and defend the Christian faith. Also available online.
Christian Apologetics (Non-Thesis) (M.A.)
Our Christian Apologetics (M.A.) – Non-Thesis Track – Residential gives you a focused study in biblical, philosophical, and historical apologetics. Grow in understanding the central elements of the Christian faith. Also available online.
Christian Ministry (M.A.C.M.)
Our Christian Ministry (M.A.C.M.) – Residential degree delivers you foundational biblical and theological principles and gives you practical training in the latest discipleship theory and practice. Also available online.
Church Planting (M.A.)
Our Church Planting (M.A.) – Residential degree equips you with the knowledge and leadership skills to advance the kingdom of God at the local church level. Also available online.
Divinity (M. Div.)
Our Divinity (M.Div.) – Residential degree teaches you the core values, knowledge, and skills you need to effectively serve in professional Christian ministry. Also available online.
- Biblical Languages (75 hours) – Residential & Online
- Biblical Languages (90 hours) – Residential & Online
- Biblical Studies – Residential & Online
- Christian Apologetics – Online
- Christian Leadership and Church Ministries – Residential & Online
- Christian Ministries – Online
- Christian Thought – Residential
- Church History – Online
- Church Ministry in the Digital Age – Residential & Online
- Discipleship Ministries – Residential & Online
- General – Residential & Online
- Global Studies – Residential & Online
- Homiletics – Residential & Online
- Leadership – Online
- Pastoral Counseling – Residential & Online
- Professional Chaplaincy: Community – Residential & Online
- Professional Chaplaincy: General – Residential & Online
- Professional Chaplaincy: Healthcare – Residential & Online
- Professional Chaplaincy: Military – Residential & Online
- Theology – Online
- Youth and Family Ministries – Online
Educational Ministries (M.A.)
Our Educational Ministries (M.A.) – Online degree gives you a strong scriptural and academic foundation so you can lead in a variety of ministry and Christian education positions.
Global Studies (M.A.G.S.)
Our Global Studies (M.A.G.S.) – Residential degree provides you a foundation in cross-cultural communication, diverse cultures and worldviews, world religions, contextualization, and current global trends.Also available online.
Humanitarian Action and Human Rights (M.A.)
Our Humanitarian Action and Human Rights (M.A.) – Online degree will give you the biblical framework, theoretical foundation, and practical training needed to engage in human rights defense and humanitarian work on a global scale.
Religion (M.A.R.)
With our Religion (M.A.R.) – Residential degree, you’ll grow in your understanding of Bible fundamentals, Christianity, Christian theology, and the church. Also available online.
- Biblical Studies – Residential & Online
- Christian Apologetics – Residential & Online
- Church History – Residential & Online
- Church Ministry in the Digital Age – Residential & Online
- Community Chaplaincy – Residential & Online
- Discipleship & Church Ministry – Residential & Online
- Evangelism & Church Planting – Residential & Online
- Global Studies – Residential & Online
- Homiletics – Residential & Online
- Leadership – Residential & Online
- Next Generation Ministry – Online
- Pastoral Counseling – Residential & Online
- Pastoral Ministries – Residential & Online
- Theology – Residential & Online
- Worship – Residential & Online
Religious Education (M.R.E.)
Our Religious Education (M.R.E.) – Online degree helps you acquire the tools to lead and work in a variety of church positions with a broad, foundational understanding of church educational programs and discipleship ministries.
Theological Studies (M.A.T.S.)
Our Theological Studies (M.A.T.S.) – Residential degree equips you with specialized teaching in Biblical Studies, Church History, and Theology for a solid understanding of the fundamentals of the Bible, Christian theology, and the Christian church. Also available online.